Featured Posts

The Featured Posts Widget in Animation Addons for Elementor is a paid feature. To access this widget, ensure the plugin is installed and activated on your site. You can also explore both free and pro widgets through the filtering options.

Introduction

The Featured Posts Widget displays selected posts in a stylish format, perfect for highlighting key content on your website.

Key Use Cases for the Featured Posts Widget

• Showcase featured posts for maximum attention.
• Customize the look to blend perfectly with your site’s design.

Prerequisite

• Elementor
• Animation Addons for Elementor

How to Activate the Featured Posts Widget? 

• Go to Animation Addons → Elements in your WordPress dashboard. 
• Find the Featured Posts Widget in the list. 
• Toggle it on to enable the widget. 
• Now, the Featured Posts Widget is ready to use!

How to Add Featured Posts Widget in Elementor

• Open the page where you want to add the Featured Posts Widget.
• Launch the Elementor editor.
• In the Elementor panel, search for “Featured Posts Widget” .
• Drag the widget to your desired section.
• The Featured Posts Widget is now ready for customization.

How to Configure Featured Posts Widget

• Make sure the Featured Posts Widget is activated in your Elementor settings.
• Open a new page in WordPress.
• Add a page title and choose the Elementor Full Width template.
• Click Publish to save your changes.
• In the Elementor panel, search for “Featured Posts Widget” and drag it onto the page.
• Customize the post selection, layout, and styling to match your website’s design.

Configuring Featured Posts Widget : A Step-by-Step Guide

Once the Featured Posts Widget is added to your page, you can configure its settings under different tabs: Content,Style and Advanced.

Content Settings

In the Content section, you’ll find plenty of customization options such as Query, Settings, Title, Taxonomy, Meta, and Read More. These options allow you to control which posts appear, adjust layout behaviors, display important post details, and fine-tune how users interact with your featured posts.

• Query: Set the source of your posts by choosing specific categories, tags, or manual selections. This helps you control which posts appear in the widget.
  
• Settings: Manage the overall behavior and layout of the widget, such as the number of posts to display, post order, and other basic display settings.
  
• Title: Customize the post title by adjusting its visibility and adding styling options, making the titles more attractive and aligned with your page design.

• Taxonomy: Choose how categories or tags are shown under each post. You can enable, disable, or style them to match your website’s look.
  
• Meta: Display additional post information like the author’s name, publish date, or comment count. You can also choose which meta details to show or hide.
  
• Read More: Customize the “Read More” button or link that takes visitors to the full post. You can adjust its text, enable/disable it, and style it for better engagement.

Style Settings

Banner – Likely refers to the large header or image that appears at the top of the post, which can be styled.

Tab Area – Might be used for organizing different categories or sections within the widget, styled as tabs.

Grid Area – Refers to the layout or arrangement of posts in a grid format.

Thumbnail – The smaller image or icon that represents the post visually, typically displayed next to the title.

Title – The post’s heading, which can be customized in terms of font, size, and color.

Taxonomy – This could refer to categories or tags associated with the post, typically styled as small labels or tags.

Meta – Contains metadata like the author name, publication date, etc.

Meta Admin – Likely refers to admin-related meta-information, like who edited or published the post.

Read More – A button or link that directs users to the full post; this is often styled with specific colors, shapes, and text.

Advanced Settings

In the advanced settings, you’ll find a variety of advanced features designed to enhance your designs. Experiment with these options and experience the difference they make.

Final Outcome

That’s it! You’ve successfully learned how to configure the Featured Posts Widget in Elementor to display highlighted posts dynamically and visually appealing.

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